# North Korea launches another ballistic missile as US and South Korea prepare for drills

https://mins.news/en/item/19659

- Fox News, 2026-08-12 02:00 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.foxnews.com/world/north-korea-launches-ballistic-missile-us-south-korea-prepare-military-drills

> North Korea has launched its second ballistic missile in less than a week. The launch comes as the United States and South Korea prepare for the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises. The timing links the latest weapons test to the allies’ planned military activity. No further details about the missile or its flight are provided.

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